Increasing cancer screening rates across the region
Screening programs provide an opportunity for general practices to play a key role in the early detection and management of a range of cancers. Most notably, breast, bowel and cervical, all of which have well established screening regimes and nationally supported programs.
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National Cancer Screening Register
The National Cancer Screening Register supports the national bowel and cervical cancer screening programs. We developed this infosheet about how to access and update patient information on the National Cancer Screening Register. Click here to view a demonstration from COORDINARE's cancer screening webinar.
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BreastScreen Australia
BreastScreen NSW is part of the national BreastScreen Australia program.
Breast screening interval guidelines and information, online modules, and other professional development resources are available on the BreastScreen NSW and the Cancer Australia websites.
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HealthPathways
HealthPathways provides a detailed guide to screening, assessment, management and local referral options.
Visit the ACT and Southern NSW or Illawarra Shoalhaven HealthPathways sites for information relevant to your region.
Cancer screening resources
Find resources and information below to assist your practice to establish accurate cancer screening participation rates, identify patients who are overdue or never screened, and implement effective patient engagement strategies.